Ophthalmology

Kids’ Eye & Vision Experts

Nemours board-certified ophthalmologists (eye doctors) have exceptional expertise in identifying and treating eye issues early, before they may lead to long-term vision problems. We can often perform state-of-the-art procedures, including laser surgery, in a single day — no overnight stay necessary. And, when vision problems are just one part of a complex condition, we coordinate care with other specialists your child may see. So you can often visit multiple doctors on the same day, in the same place.

Conditions We Treat

We treat just about every childhood eye condition in kids from birth to age 18. And our doctors and surgeons have special expertise in treating complex eye issues in premature babies.

We see a full spectrum of conditions — far too many to list here. The conditions we treat vary depending upon the location and providers selected. Don’t see a condition listed? Call us.

Services We Offer

We offer comprehensive pediatric ophthalmology services, which may vary depending upon the condition and location. Using the latest diagnostic techniques and equipment adapted just for children, our services may include:

Why Choose Us

Nemours pediatric ophthalmologists are board-certified and fellowship-trained at nationally recognized institutions to provide the highest level of surgical and medical care for common and complex eye problems. Many on our team are recognized in “Best Doctors in America® ” and local magazines as “Top Doctors” in the region. We’re also researchers looking for new, better ways to detect and treat conditions that affect kids’ eyes and vision.

ophthalmologist and certified orthoptist (eye movement and diagnostic specialist) trained and equipped to diagnose and treat vision problems in children of all ages, including those with developmental disabilities and physical limitations

Child Life specialist who can provide play and creative therapies and distraction during exams and treatments

pediatric optometry room for contact lens fittings where we teach kids how to use and take care of their contacts

part of a multicenter collaborative network, Pediatric Eye Disease Investigator Group, working with hundreds of pediatric eye care experts nationwide to research eye disorders

special training program developed by our pediatric eye experts to teach primary care doctors how to conduct effective pediatric eye exams for children from birth to age 5

collaboration with a Mayo Clinic-Jacksonville retina specialist (an ophthalmologist who has received special training in conditions involving the retina) for complex pediatric retinal disorders like retinoblastoma